Heritage
A wide array of home styles
That vibrant mix of residents is reflected in the neighborhood’s architecture, which is a unique blend of Craftsman-style bungalows, farmhouse-style homes, colonial revivals and new construction. The median home price in Heritage is $285,000, making it one of the most comparatively affordable neighborhoods in the city. Buyers should expect to pay an average of $460 per square foot, an amount that is also significantly lower than the city’s average overall. However, potential buyers need to be aware that there is a discernible lack of inventory, especially for single-family homes. That shortage, paired with all of the neighborhood’s offerings, has caused prices to rise recently. A one-bedroom/one-bathroom condominium can sell for $332,000, and prices can go up to more than $1.3 million for an updated two-bedroom/two-bathroom farmhouse-style home. “It’s a great location and there are some great restaurants in the neighborhood, and the price points there are mostly way below where you’d expect them to be,” says Botello.
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Walk to restaurants and shops
The Wheatsville Co-op is located in the northeastern corner of the neighborhood, offering a limited selection of groceries with a focus on organic produce and locally sourced meats. For more extensive grocery shopping, Target Grocery is less than a mile south, where residents can also stock up on home necessities. When it comes time to dine out, locals love P. Terry’s Burger Stand #2 for casual burgers and shakes or Black’s Barbecue for Texas-style barbecue, Nori for upscale vegan cuisine and Musashino for innovative, fresh sushi.
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Superb Austin schools
Students in Heritage are served by the Austin Independent School District, which earns an overall rating of A-minus from Niche. Students in the neighborhood can attend Bryker Woods Elementary, O. Henry Middle and Austin High School. Bryker Woods and O. Henry both earn an A-minus from Niche, and Austin High School earns an A. In addition to boasting a catalog of famous alums that includes the likes of PGA professionals Ben Crenshaw and Harvey Penik, Presidential daughters Jenna and Barbara Bush and various politicians, Austin High School offers students the chance to participate in over 80 school-sponsored clubs. Alternatively, parents can avail themselves of several private schools in the area, including St. Stephen’s Episcopal School, which is rated as the best private school in the Austin area by Niche.
Nearby outdoor recreation
When Heritage residents need some outdoor recreation time, they do need to travel beyond the formal boundaries of the neighborhood, but not too far. A block west of the neighborhood is Adams-Hemphill Neighborhood Park, with a playground, walking trails, two basketball courts and picnic tables. Alternatively, they can head a few blocks west of Lamar to Bailey Neighborhood Park, which has a playground, courts for tennis and volleyball, a softball field, a splash pad and picnic tables. For those who prefer a good, long walk, the Shoal Creek Trail begins at 31st Street in the northwestern corner of the neighborhood and makes its way south all the way to Lady Bird Lake.
Easy commuting options
Bordered by Lamar Boulevard on the west and Guadalupe Street on the east, the neighborhood provides both commuters and students with convenient ways to get to work or school. Multiple Capital Metro bus stops along Guadalupe make it easier for those who prefer to take public transportation to get around and sidewalks throughout the neighborhood make it a very walkable area.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Cody Julian
Cody Julian
Compass RE Texas, LLC
(844) 784-2447
124 Total Sales
1 in Heritage
$219,000 Price
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Matthias Thiele
Matthias Thiele
eXp Realty, LLC
(866) 698-4006
46 Total Sales
1 in Heritage
$1,065,000 Price
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Colleen Rouhselang
Colleen Rouhselang
Coldwell Banker Realty - Austin
(737) 377-2948
58 Total Sales
1 in Heritage
$860,000 Price
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Sukesh Bodavula
Sukesh Bodavula
REKonnection, LLC
(832) 234-9168
27 Total Sales
1 in Heritage
$414,000 Price
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Barbara Shallue
Barbara Shallue
Keller Williams Realty
(737) 210-3725
114 Total Sales
1 in Heritage
$342,000 Price
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Erin Bara
Erin Bara
Keller Williams Realty - Austin
(855) 496-3084
113 Total Sales
1 in Heritage
$840,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Adams-Hemphill Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Soccer
Shoal Creek Greenbelt
- Bike Trails
- Dog Park
- Trails
Central Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Bailey Neighborhood Park
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Playground
Seiders Springs Greenbelt
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Heritage | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Heritage Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Heritage, Austin sell after 107 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Heritage, Austin over the last 12 months is $479,900.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$550,000
Median Sale Price
$479,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$479,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
10%
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$239
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
371
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1980
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,568
Below the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,264
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
811
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$895 - $1,245 per month
- Fountain Terrace Apartments
- Studio-1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 400+ Sq Ft
- 610 30th St
- Austin, TX
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,279
Median Age
32
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
6.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,692
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,788
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.9%
College Graduates
78.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
37''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
99
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
93
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
60
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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